Methotrexate Prescribing at KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
581
Total Quantity
9,706
NHS Cost
£12.6K
vs National Avg
+78.5%
KIRKHAM HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 581 items of Methotrexate over the last 12 months at a cost of £12,623 to the NHS. This is 78.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Methotrexate is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
50
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
61
Jun 2026
48
Jun 2026
53
Jun 2026
42
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
44
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
48
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 581 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 9,706 |
| Total NHS Cost | £12,623 |
| Presentations | 9 different forms |
| vs National Average | +78.5% |
Methotrexate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 581 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 326 items |
| Difference | +78.5% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.